Which size is right for you?

Households sharing taai-taai

If you’re buying for several people or snack times, the total amount is what matters most. Albert Heijn lists a 2-pack with two separate 500 g bags; Jumbo and PLUS, among others, sell taai-taai in 500 g bags.

Lunchbox planners

Setting aside a specific number of pieces or measuring out a portion makes it clear how much taai-taai you’re packing. For its 500 g pack of Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes, Jumbo lists a portion size of 14 g.

Shoppers checking ingredients and allergens

If you’re buying for someone with specific dietary requirements, check the current packaging. The Jumbo and PLUS taai-taai products we looked at list wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients; warnings about possible traces vary by product.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how much taai-taai you’ll need for sharing or lunchboxes, then check that the pack size and ingredients suit your needs.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Pack size and separate bags Check the net weight and the number of individual bags. Albert Heijn’s 2-pack contains two separate bags of 500 g each. If I want to share taai-taai or spread it across several snack times, the amount needs to suit how much we’ll use. Around 40% of consumers prioritise having enough in stock to share.
Lunchbox portions Check the size of the pieces or the stated portion size. Jumbo lists 14 g per portion for its Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes. For a lunchbox, I want to be able to set aside a small amount in advance, rather than keep taking pieces from an open bag. Around 40% of consumers prioritise keeping portions under control.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the pack; if you wish, compare the nutritional information per 100 g too. If I’m buying for someone with a dietary requirement, the ingredients need to be suitable before I choose a pack size. This is the main concern for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a large bag is a standard lunchbox portion

    A 500 g bag is suitable for sharing, but it doesn’t determine how much taai-taai goes into a single lunchbox. Jumbo lists a portion size of 14 g for its Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes.

    Count or weigh out the amount you want to pack, then reseal the rest of the bag. Small figures are practical for portioning, but they don’t tell you anything about the ingredients.

  • Assuming another product has the same ingredients

    The Jumbo and PLUS products we looked at list wheat, rye and milk. Warnings about possible traces can also vary between packs.

    Each time you buy, check the ingredients list and allergen warnings on the pack of the exact product you’ve chosen.

  • Treating Nutri-Score as the whole picture

    PLUS gives the taai-taai we looked at a Nutri-Score of D. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, Nutri-Score compares products within a product group; the letter doesn’t describe every ingredient or account for individual dietary requirements.

    Compare similar products using the nutritional information per 100 g, and also read the ingredients and allergens on the label.

Brands and shops to explore

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists an AH Taai taai 2-pack, supplied as two separate bags of 500 g each.

  • The separate bags mean you can leave one unopened.
  • Check the latest product information and label when you use the bags.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes in a 500 g bag, with a 14 g portion size in the nutritional information.

  • The stated portion size helps you decide how much to pack in advance.
  • Check the allergens on the pack you choose; the Jumbo taai-taai products we looked at list gluten-containing cereals and milk, among other ingredients.

PLUS

PLUS lists, among other products, a 500 g bag of Taai taai sint en piet and a smaller 250 g version.

  • The two sizes offer a choice of total quantity.
  • The versions we looked at list wheat, rye and milk. Check the label of the version you choose before buying.

ALDI

ALDI lists taai-taai in a 500 g pack for in-store purchase.

  • The stated weight tells you how much is in the bag.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the pack in store.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in a 500 g bag.

  • The mini pieces make it easy to set aside individual pieces of taai-taai.
  • Decide how much you want for yourself and check the ingredients on the pack.

Lidl

Lidl uses individual mini taai-taai pieces in a recipe for Sinterklaas staffs.

  • The recipe shows how to portion out individual pieces.
  • Choose a pack only after checking its contents, ingredients and allergens on the label.

Taai-taai at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Can taai-taai go in a gluten-free or dairy-free lunchbox?

Don’t assume it can for the Jumbo and PLUS taai-taai products we looked at: they list wheat, rye and milk. Every time you buy, read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the pack of the product you’ve chosen.

How should I store an opened bag of taai-taai?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack. For the taai-taai we looked at, Jumbo says to store it in a cool, dry place; Albert Heijn says to reseal the Bolletje taai-taai packaging after opening.

What does Nutri-Score D mean for taai-taai in a lunchbox?

Nutri-Score D doesn’t tell you on its own whether taai-taai is suitable for a particular lunchbox. PLUS gives the taai-taai we looked at this score; according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, Nutri-Score is designed to compare products within a product group. Also read the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens on the pack you choose.